1989 Subaru Leone vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1989 Subaru Leone. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK should accelerate faster than 1989 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK weights approximately 820 kg more than 1989 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Subaru Leone. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK (349 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru Leone. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru Leone.
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1989 Subaru Leone | 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK | |
Make | Subaru | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Leone | GLK |
Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4529 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1887 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1699 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2756 mm |